Portwell, a global provider of industrial and embedded computing solutions, has released LYNX‑812B, a compact and fanless embedded system built on Intel Atom® x7000RE Series Processors. Engineered for always‑on industrial edge deployments, LYNX‑812B enables system integrators and OT security teams to modernize distributed infrastructure with a rugged platform that delivers balanced compute performance, high reliability, and long lifecycle support. Its small footprint and fanless, solid‑state design make it ideal for industrial environments where downtime is unacceptable and cabinet space is limited. As IT/OT convergence accelerates, organizations are increasingly pushing security controls, data processing, and policy enforcement closer to machines, remote assets, and critical infrastructure endpoints — turning compact, hardened edge appliances into operational necessities rather than optional additions
Industrial‑Grade Performance with Intel Atom® x7000RE, Optimized for Fanless Edge Deployments
At the core of LYNX‑812B is the Intel Atom® x7000RE processor platform, purpose‑built for industrial edge computing. The x7000RE series is designed for power‑efficient fanless operation (6W–12W TDP), fast LPDDR5 memory, and industrial‑grade reliability, enabling predictable, long‑lifecycle deployments at the edge. This foundation allows LYNX‑812B to support security, networking, and lightweight control workloads while keeping thermal design simplified and maintenance needs minimal—key advantages for widely distributed industrial environments.
To enhance operational continuity, LYNX‑812B integrates dual LAN with hardware bypass, maintaining network traffic flow even when the system is powered off or in a fault state—an essential capability for inline firewalling and “bump‑in‑the‑wire” OT security topologies. A dedicated console port supports direct field access for configuration and diagnostics, effectively reducing the mean time to recovery (MTTR) in remote or unmanned installations. The system is engineered for harsh operating conditions with ‑40°C to 70°C temperature support and a 12V–30V wide‑range DC input, ensuring reliable operation amid fluctuating power sources and extreme environmental demands.
“Industrial security and networking applications prioritize uptime above all,” said Patricia Chou, product manager of LYNX-812B. “By leveraging the efficiency of Intel Atom® x7000RE processors, integrated LAN bypass for resilient connectivity, and a hardened mechanical design supporting ‑40°C to 70°C and 12V–30V input, LYNX‑812B enables deployment of compact edge appliances built for continuous field operation. Its onboard wide‑temperature‑range LPDDR5 memory and eMMC storage help design out common socket‑related and removable‑media failure points, supporting consistent, long‑term reliability across large‑scale industrial fleets.”
Purpose-Built for OT Security Gateways, Industrial Firewalls, and Power-Grid Cybersecurity Nodes
LYNX‑812B is purpose‑engineered for OT security and industrial networking applications, including factory automation, industrial firewalls, OT security gateways, routing, and power‑grid cybersecurity deployments where continuity and deterministic behavior are essential. As OT networks evolve and integrate more deeply with IT systems, critical functions such as segmentation, deep packet inspection (DPI), and distributed policy enforcement must move closer to controllers, PLC/SCADA zones, and remote substations. Industry trends consistently show that as operational environments become more connected, the edge becomes a critical control point for risk management and resilience—driving demand for hardened, manageable security appliances.
In these scenarios, LYNX‑812B’s dual LAN bypass provides fail‑safe networking behavior that helps maintain connectivity during maintenance windows or unexpected system states, reducing operational impact when deploying inline or bump‑in‑the‑wire security solutions. This mirrors how industrial‑grade security appliances position hardware bypass as a key feature to minimize installation disruption and preserve mission‑critical communications. Meanwhile, its fanless design, wide‑temperature operation, and wide‑range DC input make the system well suited for deployment at the “messy edge”—plant floors, roadside cabinets, remote pump stations, and utility sites where vibration, dust, and ambient temperature swings are routine.
“Security teams are pushing for stronger OT defenses, but operations teams cannot tolerate fragile or high‑touch deployments,” added Chou. “LYNX‑812B bridges this gap: compact and modular to support varied I/O needs, yet rugged and service‑friendly with console access and LAN bypass for inline security architectures. It provides a practical and reliable foundation for industrial firewalling, OT security gateways, and edge routing in harsh, distributed environments.”
A Compact, Robust Platform that Helps Industrial Customers Scale Secure Edge Deployments
With LYNX‑812B, Portwell delivers a focused edge platform for industrial organizations seeking to scale secure, resilient, and maintainable deployments. Built on the strengths of the Intel Atom® x7000RE Series, designed for industrial‑edge performance, the system features power-efficient fanless operation and integrates field‑ready design elements such as dual LAN bypass, console management, ‑40°C to 70°C operating support, 12V–30V DC input, and stable onboard LPDDR5 memory and eMMC storage—all within a compact 120 mm x 120 mm x 76 mm footprint suited for space‑constrained industrial environments.
By enabling robust OT security and efficient networking functions in a compact, rugged form factor, LYNX‑812B helps customers standardize edge nodes across factory automation, industrial cybersecurity gateways, and critical infrastructure security. It provides a strategic path for modernization and digital transformation initiatives without compromising mission-critical uptime—making it the ideal, high-reliability foundation for scaling secure industrial edge deployments globally.
